ETCAL
Level 2
QN: 610/5644/3
Curriculum Active
ETCAL Level 2 Certificate of Introduction to Teaching Assistants
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by ETCAL. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 166 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
ETCAL
Syllabus Units
11 Units
Guided Hours
166 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Children and Young People’s Play and Leisure
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the nature and importance of play and leisure
- Know your own role in relation to play, leisure and extra-curricular activities
2
Create a Learning Environment that Promotes Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the core concepts of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)
- Know and promote sustainable development principles, values, and goals
- Know how to promote a whole organisational approach to ESD
3
Developmental Stages in Children and Young People
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the developmental milestones of children and young people from birth to 19 years of age
- Know the types of influences (including transitions) that can affect the development of children and young people
4
Effective Communication with Children, Young People and Adults
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to develop and maintain professional relationships with children, young people, and adults
- Know how to develop the communication skills of children and young people
5
Health and Safety of Children and Young People
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to apply the legislative and policy frame
- work for health and safety in a learning environment
- Recognise risks and hazards in the learning environment
6
Principles of Safeguarding in a Learning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the legislation, guidelines, policies, and procedures relating to safeguarding
- Know how to carry out safeguarding in a learning environment
7
Promote an Effective Learning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to support the teacher in planning learning activities
- Know how to support the delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
8
Promoting Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion when Working with Children and Young People
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in a learning environment
- Know how to promote anti-discriminatory practice
- Know how to demonstrate inclusive practices in the workplace
9
Schools and Colleges as Organisations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the different types of schools and colleges in the education sector
- Know how schools and colleges are organised in terms of roles and responsibilities
- Know the range and purpose of policies and procedures used by schools and colleges
10
Support Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the rights of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities
- Know the SEND needs of children and young people in the learning environment
- Know how to promote the inclusion of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities
11
Support Positive Behaviour in a Learning Environment for Children and Young People
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know your organisation’s policies and procedures for promoting positive behaviour in children and young peoplePromote positive behaviour in the learning environment
- Know how to manage behaviour that challenges in a learning environment
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/5644/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- ETCAL
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- May 2025